command

command: v. & n.
—v.tr.
1 (often foll. by to + infin., or that + clause) give formal order or instructions to (commands us to obey; commands that it be done).
2 (also absol.) have authority or control over.
3 a (often refl.) restrain, master. b gain the use of; have at one's disposal or within reach (skill, resources, etc.) (commands an extensive knowledge of history; commands a salary of pound40,000).
4 deserve and get (sympathy, respect, etc.).
5 Mil. dominate (a strategic position) from a superior height; look down over.
—n.
1 an authoritative order; an instruction.
2 mastery, control, possession (a good command of languages; has command of the resources).
3 the exercise or tenure of authority, esp. naval or military (has command of this ship).
4 Mil. a a body of troops etc. (Bomber Command). b a district under a commander (Western Command).
5 Computing a an instruction causing a computer to perform one of its basic functions. b a signal initiating such an operation.
Phrases and idioms:
at command ready to be used at will. at (or by) a person's command in pursuance of a person's bidding. command module the control compartment in a spacecraft. Command Paper (in the UK) a paper laid before Parliament by command of the Crown. command performance (in the UK) a theatrical or film performance given by royal command. command post the headquarters of a military unit. in command of commanding; having under control. under command of commanded by. word of command
1 Mil. an order for a movement in a drill etc.
2 a prearranged spoken signal for the start of an operation.
Etymology: ME f. AF comaunder, OF comander f. LL commandare COMMEND

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Synonyms:

Order, direct, bid, charge, require, enjoin, Order, direction, injunction, mandate, behest, hest, bidding, charge, requirement, requisition, commandment, word of command / Rule, govern, sway, control, lead, preside over, have authority over, Rule, sway, authority, power, dominion, government, control, ascendency, supremacy / Claim, challenge, exact, compel, demand / Overlook, have under vision or range, dominate, control, Govern, rule, lead, have sway, exercise authority, have control, take the lead

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command — vb Command, order, bid, enjoin, direct, instruct, charge mean to issue orders to someone to give, get, or do something. Command and order agree in stressing the idea of authority, command implying its more formal and official exercise {the… … New Dictionary of Synonyms
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Command — Com*mand , n. 1. An authoritative order requiring obedience; a mandate; an injunction. [1913 Webster] Awaiting what command their mighty chief Had to impose. Milton. [1913 Webster] 2. The possession or exercise of authority. [1913 Webster]… … The Collaborative International Dictionary of English
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command — ● command nom masculin (de commander) Personne au nom de laquelle on se porte acquéreur ou adjudicataire. ● command (homonymes) nom masculin (de commander) comment adverbe ⇒COMMAND, subst. masc. DR. Acquéreur réel sur le commandement de qui un… … Encyclopédie Universelle
Command — Com*mand (?; 61), v. t. [imp. & p. p. {Commanded}; p. pr. & vb. n. {Commanding}.] [OE. comaunden, commanden, OF. comander, F. commander, fr. L. com + mandare to commit to, to command. Cf. {Commend}, {Mandate}.] 1. To order with authority; to lay… … The Collaborative International Dictionary of English
command — [kə mand′, kəmänd′] vt. [ME commanden < OFr comander < VL * commandare < L com , intens. + mandare, to commit, entrust: see MANDATE] 1. to give an order or orders to; direct with authority 2. to have authority or jurisdiction over;… … English World dictionary
command — I verb adjure, authorize, bid, call for, call upon, charge, compel, constrain, decree, demand, direct, direct imperatively, enact, exact, exercise authority, force, give directions, give orders, govern, have control, hominem iubere facere, homini … Law dictionary
command — ► VERB 1) give an authoritative order. 2) be in charge of (a military unit). 3) dominate (a strategic position) from a superior height. 4) be in a position to receive or secure: emeralds command a high price. ► NOUN 1) an authoritative order. 2) … English terms dictionary

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